Community Calendar

This moving new musical illuminates Sabina Spielrein, a patient turned doctor, unfairly sidelined to the margins of history by two famous men in her field of psychiatry, Jung and Freud. Mark the centennial of women’s suffrage with a journey through melody and song to discover this truly remarkable woman.

Interested in learning about successful aging, for yourself or a loved one? 30+ resources share information at the MidCoast Successful Aging Expo, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Rockland Elk's Club. Free, no registration required, plenty of free parking. Ask questions and visit exhibitors from senior communities, health care, travel, estate planning and management, rehabilitation, hearing, insurance and more! Coffee, door prizes, talks and entertainment. Fun and free! Hosted by Maine Senior Guide.

Bonnie Bishoff and J. M. Syron worked collaboratively with detailed polymer clay veneers, wood and fine metals to create this one of a kind exhibition of botanical wall sculptures and jewelry. Specializing in wearable art, Bonnie Bishoff and J.M. Syron have been collaborative artists for 34 years. They started as furniture makers, exploring the use of polymer as a decorative surface using millefiori techniques to create highly detailed veneers. Over time they have shifted to making sculptural wall pieces and colorful jewelry. They have exhibited in a wide range of venues from galleries national and abroad to fine craft shows with the Smithsonian and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

The “Arthur Beaumont: Art of the Sea” exhibit celebrates Beaumont’s time as the U.S. Navy’s official artist, showcasing over 50 paintings and drawings. Appointed as the official artist of the United States Fleet, Beaumont received his commission as a lieutenant in the United States Navy in 1933. He served in an official capacity and as a freelance artist for the Navy until his death 45 years later, in 1978. The Maine Maritime Museum’s exhibition is on loan from the Irvine Museum in California.

Stop in Richard Boyd Art Gallery during the month of May to see a great annual exhibition of original oil paintings. Relax while viewing a selection of paintings in a variety of mediums and styles, including traditional realism and impressionism, created en plein air and in studio settings.

The exhibit is comprised of a select offering of paintings by established and nationally renowned artists’ Patricia Chandler, Carrin Culotta, Kevin Daley, Kristin Horton, Jen Pagnini, HM Saffer II, and Felicity Sidwell.

Although, each artist has their own style and approach to using the medium they are joined by a passion – painting with oils.
For more information about the exhibit contact the gallery by phone (207)-712-1097, email mailto:info@richardboydartgallery.com or visit the gallery’s website www.richardboydartgallery.com .

Image: ‘Willard Beach’ 24” x 30” Oil on Canvas by Kristin Horton.

Starts May 19th (Thursday morning from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for 6 weeks.)

This series is a hybrid class, with an in-person option at the studio for up to 6 attendees, and additional seats available as remote only. All students can use the hybrid option as needed.

Artists explore basic acrylic painting techniques in a flexible, supportive setting. Color mixing and theories, paint and imagery layering, composition, and other fundamentals are discussed. We paint and interpret from observation, photo or printed references, and imagination. Contemporary and past artists act as kindred spirits and influence weekly prompts. We begin with a demo and warm up canvas, then develop ideas based on colors from one source and imagery from another (artists’ works, participants’ own photos, project ideas, etc.) All levels are welcome.

Supplies: Contact Alex before purchasing any supplies if you are new to the series.

Non-members: $250 for 6 weeks. Members: $200.

NOTE: For the safety of our teachers and students, masks are required while inside the studio.

Instructor bio: Alex Rheault is an interdisciplinary artist, curator, and writer. She teaches at USM, UNE, and privately. Rheault explores domestic and discarded objects, skyscapes, cars, dreams, memory, and imagination, and is working on a writing project.

Student work shown in cover image -- Laurel Salamone -- Grotto, 2022.

May 1 through 31, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. "Wild Animals, Wild Places: Art by Jim Arnosky." During the month of May, the Camden Public Library will host an exhibit of paintings in the Picker Room Gallery by well-known artist, author, and naturalist Jim Arnosky. Arnosky’s highly-regarded books for young readers inspire a love of nature. The artwork on exhibit will feature scenes of wildlife, habitat, and culture from places where he and his wife Deanna travel to research his books. Visit librarycamden.org for details.

The Maine Art Gallery in Wiscasset heralds its 2022 season with Time Shift, an exhibit by the artists at Spindleworks, a well established non-profit initiative for working artists. The exhibit opens on Saturday, May 7 with a reception from 4PM - 7PM and it continues through Saturday May 28. Normal gallery hours are Wednesday - Saturday, 11AM - 4:00PM

Difficult people who “don’t play well with others” are an inevitable part of life.

Whether you are a supervisor, project manager, experienced manager, leader, or an individual contributor; you’re likely to encounter people who can be difficult to work with along the way. Common examples include someone who is “prickly,” aggressive, a poor team player, or micromanaging.

Working with difficult people is hard; but it can also help you grow both as a person and as a professional. If you would like to . . .

-Build your self-confidence and a toolbox of skills that will help you;

-Increase your assertiveness and learn about choosing how best to respond; and

-Learn more about how to set and maintain appropriate boundaries with people who always seem to be “pushing” and knocking you off balance…

Join us for this free webinar presented by WardGreen Group and hosted by the Union River Center for Innovation on May 19th at 11:00am! Seats are limited - reserve your spot today! https://bit.ly/3y1wAcu

Please note: this is an online webinar with no physical location.

GREAT FALLS FORUM WITH DAVID CHITTIM AND STEVE COLLINS

In their Great Falls Forum talk, Sun Journal Staff Writer Steve Collins and Androscoggin Historical Society Treasurer David Chittim will look at some of the more notable events in Androscoggin County and the journalism that brought those events to light. Take a walk back through time — through the pages of the Sun Journal and its predecessors — and reflect on our history, our lives, and our community. Celebrate the past and embrace the future.